Youth racers of Ukiah Speedway

1. How did you get started racing?

"My dad started racing two years before I did, thanks to the Klien family, and so I worked as a pit crew member, learned the way of the track and how to set the cars up"

2. Has racing changed your live in a positive way? If so, how?

"Absolutely. I have found my true passion in life and I have altered my future. All I want to do is race and attend a high performance college to race."

3. Have you raced any other series or division? If so, which one and what age where you? (go-karts, bikes, motorcycles):

"No, I have not raced in any other division other than the jammer this 2014 season."

4. If you could tell other kids your age one thing about racing, what would it be?

"That you can find yourself. There is a special connection that you make with a hunk of metal that will get you through anything and if you give it your all you have so much fun."

5. Would you recommend racing to other kids? If so, why?

"Absolutely, it is a blast! There is so much to do and learn as a racer and you make amazing friends and fans. You can really make a name for yourself among adult racers."

6. Do you have any other school or non-school activities?

My main school activity is a search and rescue team with Kelseyville High School called KORPS( Kelseyville Community Organization for Rescue a Public Sevices) who work along side Lake County Sheriffs."

7. Do you have a favorite race car driver? If so, who and where do they race? (NASCAR, Local, Truck):

"My favorite local race car driver would, of course, have to be my father. He has taught me so much, carries himself with such grace and pride that I so much want to replicate."

8. Please list sponsor and or individuals you would like to thank for helping you to be able to race:

9. Do you have a family member you would like to mention who used to race?

"Well. I must get my racing blood from my dad's sides. Jay Strugnell, my uncle on my dad's side, raced hard for many years and is a fantastic racer. I find it an honor to consider him as my crew chief."

10. Is there anything else you would like to add?

"I would just like to thank everyone that has helped me out at the track. Thank you officials, track promoter, and everyone working to get the tracks running smooth. Without you guys it would be very difficult, if not impossible, to do what I love to do."